Brown's pitbull, Ellis, was sent to the breeder for mating purposes. Following the birth of the seven puppies, the animals were seized by a humane officer after he noted that several of the dogs had scarring and marks that may indicated they were mistreated.

The dogs have been returned to Brown, and the running back is not involved with the investigation whatsoever.

Important to note that Bryce Brown isn't tied to the alleged dogfighting operation -- his dogs were seized from there.